Writer Jack Thorne’s four-part drama Adolescence has been making waves for its thought-provoking look at the aftermath of a shocking murder.

From Prime Ministerial comments to Netflix’s commitment to make the show available to schools, it’s another example, like Mr Bates vs The Post Office, of how television drama can make people sit up and listen.

Now, Warp Films, the production company behind Adolescence, are eyeing another highly impactful drama for a remake: Threads. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the company have acquired the 1984 film into a television drama series.

Directed and produced by Mick Jackson, and written by Barry Hines, the original film looks at events leading up to and the consequences of a nuclear strike on Britain, following the lives of two families in Sheffield. The film’s bleak storyline and haunting imagery has made it a cult classic, if not one we’d wish to revisit too often.

Mark Herbert, Warp Films’ Chief Executive says:

“Threads was, and remains, an unflinchingly honest drama that imagines the devastating effects of nuclear conflict on ordinary people. This story aligns perfectly with our ethos of telling powerful, grounded narratives that deeply connect with audiences. Reimagining this classic film as a TV drama gives us a unique opportunity to explore its modern relevance.”

We’ll keep you posted on the Threads remake. It should be compelling, if not easy, viewing.

While it’s rarely shown on television, the original film is currently available to watch on BBC iPlayer should you wish to seek it out.